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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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